Planning and Development Code project meeting

The City of Sacramento Community Development Department has initiated a zoning code update--something that has not been completed in more than 50 years. The proposed update, referred to as the "Planning and Development Code," will result in a user-friendly document that provides predictable, clear and consolidated direction for development. Key components of the update include:

• Reorganizing the code by individual zones for ease of use, 

• Creating a consistent citywide site plan and design review process,

• Providing flexibility in development standards to facilitate development of smaller urban infill lots,

• Updating development standards to recognize urban and traditional development patterns identified in the General Plan,

• Updating parking standards and identifying alternative parking compliance to facilitate urban infill.

This process will help manage Sacramento’s growth over the next 20 plus years, as identified in the 2030 General Plan.

 

Got feedback or want more information?

• Attend the Planning and Design Commission meetings on Thursday, January 17 and Thursday, January 31 at 5:30 p.m. in New City Hall located at 915 I Street in downtown Sacramento.   

• Request a presentation by e-mailing SacPDC@cityofsacramento.org.

• Contact Associate Planner Teresa Haenggi at 916.808.7554.

Visit the project website at www.sacgp.org/pdc.html.

Biz Licenses to Help Fund Accessibility

Starting January 1, 2013, new business licenses in California will cost $1 more.  Seventy percent of the funds collected from this increase will cover the cost of recruiting and training certified access specialists to help business owners make their locations more accessible to persons with disabilities.  This program will be administered by local governments.  Thirty percent of the funds will be used by the office of the State Architect to oversee testing and certification of these local specialists. 

There will also be new language on the business licenses to educate about what programs are available for business and property owners and to reinforce the importance of making all businesses accessible.

For more information, visit one of these sites:

Division of the State Architect
www.dgs.ca.gov/dsa/Home.aspx

Department of Rehabilitation
www.rehab.cahwnet.gov

California Commission on Disability Access
www.ccda.ca.gov

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Help for the Holidays

Is your store or restaurant offering holiday promotions or special events? 

Are you doing last-minute hiring?

If you're located within our district boundaries we can help you publicize these activities.  Just contact our associate director for a listing on our social media sites.  There's no charge for this service.

Holiday Security Patrols Start Soon

Did you know that the Florin Road Partnership contracts with a private security firm to provide armed holiday patrols of our district?  Merchants and commercial property owners can participate in this program free of charge.  Just contact our office for details and the necessary Notice of Agency (NOA) form.

Online Resources about Workplace Laws & Rights

http://www.workplacefairness.org
A list of workplace laws in all 50 states, court decisions impacting the workplace, and a “Find a Lawyer” feature.

http://www.dol.gov/elaws
Interactive tools provided by the U.S. Department of Labor to help you understand how employment laws apply to you

http://www.abanet.org/publiced/practical/workplacelaw.html
The American Bar Association provides answers to common questions regarding workplace issues such as sexual harassment and discrimination.

http://www.privacyrights.org/fs/fs7-work.htm
Detailed information to help you protect your privacy at home and at work.

Florin Road Fun

September 2012 will be a busy – and fun – month in our district! 

Join us on Sunday, September 2 for the 2^nd Annual Family First Show-N-Shine Car/Bike/Motorcycle Show at Southgate Plaza (Florin Road and Franklin Boulevard, Sacramento).  This FREE family-friendly event will feature a live DJ, kids’ fun zone, Aztec dancers, vendors, raffle, and of course, all those cool cars, bikes, and motorcycles. 

The show is from 11 am to 5 pm.  The car entry is from 7 am to 11 am.  The fee to enter a car in the show is $20, with a portion of the proceeds going to local non-profit organizations.

The following weekend is the Big Fair in Little Saigon on Saturday, September 8 and Sunday, September 9.  This event takes place from 9 am to 9 pm both days at the corner of Stockton Boulevard and Florin Road.  It’s hosted by the Greater Sacramento Vietnamese American Chamber of Commerce (GSVACC).  Carnival rides, bounce houses, exhibits, food vendors, and a beer garden are just some of the fun awaiting you.  For more information, visit www.gsvacc.org, email contact@gsvacc.org, or call 916-627-5165 or 916-213-5831. 

Our affiliate, the Florin Road Foundation, is holding their 10^th Annual Beach Blanket Bingo fundraiser on Thursday, September 27 at Florin Road Bingo (2350 Florin Road, Sacramento).  Doors open at 5:30 pm, with the event running from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm. 

This event is rapidly selling out with a special BOGO for BINGO deal available only through August 31!  A limited number of tickets will be sold at the door on a first come-first serve basis for $50.00 per person. 

All admissions include a BBQ Tri-tip and Thai Chicken dinner by Hannibal’s Catering, dessert, nonalcoholic beverages, goody bag, door prize entry, and cards and daubers for 8 bingo games.  There are over $3,000 in bingo, raffle, and door prizes!  All guests must be at least 18 years old.  The cash bar staffed by The Bolt Bar is open to guests ages 21+, with beer, wine and spirits available for $3 to $6 per serving.

Last year’s celebrity emcee Richard T. Jennings II returns again to call the games.  Rick is the CEO of The Center for Fathers and Families and the Oakland Raiders Super Bowl XI Champion.  Proceeds from this event benefit K-12 schools and nonprofits in the South Sacramento community.  For more information, visit http://www.florinroad.com/events/080512BingoFlyer.pdf